Jury convicts former Florida congressman in Venezuela lobbying case
David Rivera, Marco Rubio's former housemate, was accused of accepting millions from the Maduro regime to lobby US politicians.
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"He's someone I've known for a long time."
— Marco Rubio , Politician
Key People
Former congressman from Miami charged with lobbying for Venezuela's government.
Former president of the United States known for his aggressive economic policies.
Co-conspirator indicted alongside David Rivera on lobbying charges.
Kellyanne Conway is a senior advisor to Donald Trump.
U.S. Secretary of State.
The President of Venezuela, involved in a long-standing political crisis.
Pete Sessions is a U.S. Representative from Texas.
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David Rivera, Marco Rubio's former housemate, was accused of accepting millions from the Maduro regime to lobby US politicians.
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